by Jamie Holloway | Feb 9, 2015 | Books/Music, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
A couple of years ago I watched a documentary called “Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead” that changed how I viewed nutrition. It starred Joe who was fighting an autoimmune disease like I was. He chose to go on a 60 day juice fast that consisted of him juicing fruit and...
by Jamie Holloway | Jan 27, 2015 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
The last couple of months have been a challenge. First my emergency back surgery and then of course getting sick with bronchitis. My immune system is suppressed due to the drugs I have to take in order to keep my body in balance. I have learned a lot about...
by Jamie Holloway | Jan 24, 2015 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
Just a disclaimer. I am not a doctor, nurse, or nutritionist. I am writing this post and many others with my own understanding and opinions and what has worked for me and what doesn’t. If you have questions ask a qualified health professional. I have been taking...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 27, 2014 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I’m home from the hospital. The last few days have been busy with meeting my new physical therapist and occupational therapist, setting up an appointment for an apartment inspection for rental help, and just dealing with a new way of life. My back is still in the...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 22, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, Living Ministries, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
In 2014 I decided to focus my goals around one word or a set of words. I chose the word strength. Man did I learn a lot about strength this year. With more surgeries, working on physical therapy goals, finding my own voice with my own care needs and letting...
by Jamie Holloway | Nov 28, 2014 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
“What You Can When You Can” by Roni Noone and Carla Birnberg gave me a ton to think about on my journey to health and well-being. What I love about reading Noone’s and birnberg’s book is that they suggest that by making small everyday choices one can have a...
by Jamie Holloway | Sep 23, 2014 | Auto-immune, Books/Music, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I know, I know I said I didn’t want to read anymore diet books. “Part Time Paleo” by Leanne Ely isn’t a diet book. Leanne writes great articles for Flylady and for her own blog Saving Dinner that I have been following for years. So when I saw that she wrote a...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 14, 2014 | Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
I was given a free sample of this product in exchange for my review. My review is my own and no money was given. I had the opportunity to try some Greek yogurt for free. The brand was Healthy Choice. I used several coupons to get the flavors of Blueberry, Vanilla...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 10, 2014 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Friday I was told that I needed to start eating more of the good bacteria to combat my recent outbreak of C-diff. I contracted C-diff after taking antibiotics in the hospital for my throat surgery on July 24th. I am happy to say my C-diff is under control and I...
by Jamie Holloway | Aug 5, 2014 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
Disclaimer: I have not been paid for my review of Caltrate Calcium and Vitamin D3 Supplement Gummy Bites. However, I did receive a free sample of their product in exchange for my review. Taking supplements has become an important regiment in staying healthy...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 17, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
It is time for another update on my progress. I had my infusion on June 5th and I am beginning to feel like myself again. I no longer feel the need to sleep all day. I feel rested. I knew from my previous experiences with Rituximab that it would be about a week...
by Jamie Holloway | Jun 6, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
I told God that I wanted more adventures in my life for my 40th birthday. Boy, has He sure answered that request. I went to Voodoo Doughnuts with some friends. Then I got the letter from Peace Healing informing me that I needed to be tested for Hepatitis C....
by Jamie Holloway | Apr 26, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Can you believe this is the last week in April? Spring definitely is here. I love spring. Yes, it is that fabulous time of the week where I update you on my progress what I am rocking and what I am not. Every I am doing well this week. I have been doing the exercises...
by Jamie Holloway | Apr 23, 2014 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Lately I have been rethinking my life and the goals towards my health that I want to accomplish. A big part of me wants to jump in and get started and kick it in the butt. Then there is the wise side of me that knows that jumping right in and not taking it slow...
by Jamie Holloway | Apr 22, 2014 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
When I went to Gateway Produce here in Vancouver Washington I saw spaghetti squash for a great price. They were .49 a pound, so I bought two. I am sure you, like me have heard that spaghetti squash is a good replacement for pasta. I have not tried it until now. I have...
by Jamie Holloway | Apr 18, 2014 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
I woke up yesterday on the wrong side of the bed. I didn’t want to do anything, but I had an appointment to go to physical therapy. I begrudgingly went. Mike gave me 4 new stretches to do on top of the ones he has given me before and he wants me to continue to ride...
by Jamie Holloway | Apr 13, 2014 | Books/Music, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
I don’t usually ask my friends to do things. I usually go when they ask me, but when I saw “The Power of Yum! By Chef Rebecca Katz that Legacy and Moda Health were offering I knew I would be asking two of my dearest friends to go with me. I believe I surprised...
by Jamie Holloway | Jul 30, 2013 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, Living Ministries, The Magnificent Journey, Weight
Time for my weekly progress update and I am in awe with how fast a week can pass. When I was younger time seemed to be standing still and now it seems to run full speed ahead. Still I am thankful for every single moment, even the bad ones. I am back from my mini-trip...
by Jamie Holloway | Jul 21, 2013 | Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
I decided I wanted a breakfast sandwich, but not the kind my caregiver frequently gets at McDonalds or other fast food places. I wanted something healthy and not greasy. Ever since I got my gallbladder removed fatty foods seem to flow through my system fast and I have...
by Jamie Holloway | Apr 11, 2013 | Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
I am posting late today, simply because I had to take a strong dose of Prednisone and I didn’t feel up to walking to the rec room early this morning before my caregiver came at 9:30. I feel a bit better now after having an incredible glass of freshly made orange...
by Jamie Holloway | Jan 13, 2013 | Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
When I was a kid I knew that my mom was in a great mood when she would make this rice casserole dish that she called Italian Rice. I do not know much about it; all I know is that it is yummy. The way she made it was bad for you. She used beef instead of ground turkey...
by Jamie Holloway | Jan 10, 2013 | Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
I love how God works in my life. Yesterday morning while awaiting the arrival of my care-giver I went down to the recreational room of my apartment building to use the Wi-Fi and I met a lady who has Macular degeneration an eye disease that only allows a person to see...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 29, 2012 | Auto-immune, Exhilarating People, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
As I flipped my mattress on my bed I realized that I just did too much. Strange how something so simple can cause me to get so out of breathe that I have to sit down and rest. Thankfully my caregiver was here. I like the fact that he allows me to try to be independent...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 27, 2012 | Auto-immune, Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
I started a big project to coincide with my myfitnesspal. I have a pininterest account and I have been spending the last year pinning healthy recipes that I find from Oprah, WebMD, and Eat Better America on my board called Good Eats. I have also pinned from other...
by Jamie Holloway | Dec 26, 2012 | Inspiring Nutrition, The Magnificent Journey
“Give up being a pessimist. Give up thinking life owes you anything. Give up being lazy and wishing things were easier all the time. In short, give up wishing your life were other than the way it is and do something with the life you have.” Carolyn Myss Time for me to...
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